James Bond Film Stars To Attend Autographica 10

29 September 2007 UPDATE (this article originally posted on 21 September): Three more James Bond film guests have been scheduled to attend the event…

As with past events, several stars from the James Bond films will be attending the upcoming Autographica event–‘the world’s largest autograph show.’

Autographica is unlike any other similar event you have ever attended. At Autographica you will not just see and meet the guests, but get to know them, as the entire event is held in a luxury hotel, with all the facilities that that encompass. All of our guests stay in the same hotel, so you may well find yourself having breakfast with any one of our guests. Most guests are available all day both days for signing, and some also offer talks or Q and A session too. In addition, and where time allows, we also have photo shoots with specific guests, and all of these can be booked in advance.

The 007 stars include:

• Martine Beswick (Zora, From Russia With Love / Paula Caplan, Thunderball)
• Molly Peters (Patricia Fearing, Thunderball)
• Madeline Smith (Miss Caruso, Live And Let Die)
• Caroline Munro (Naomi, The Spy Who Loved Me)
• Vernon Dobtcheff (Max Kalba, The Spy Who Loved Me)
• Valerie Leon (Hotel Receptionist, The Spy Who Loved Me / Lady in Bahamas, Never Say Never Again)
• George Sweeney (Helicopter Pilot, For Your Eyes Only)
• Maryam D’Abo (Kara Milovy, The Living Daylights)

Autographica 10 will be taking place from Saturday, 13 October (10:30AM – 4:30PM) through Sunday, 14 October (11AM – 4PM) at the Radisson Edwardian Hotel, Heathrow, London, UK.

Pre-booked ticket prices are £15 per day (£20 at the door). The pre-booked Gold Pass for unlimited two day early admission is £35. Children, if accompanied by an adult, are free on both days. Note that there are only 1,000 tickets set aside each day for at the door purchases, so pre-booking is strongly recommended. Phone 01959 573792 for details or visit the official website.

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'James Bond: The Authorised Biography Of 007' Republished

The little-known continuation novel, John Pearson’s James Bond: The Authorised Biography Of 007 has been republished in a hardback edition by Century and is now shipping from Amazon.co.uk.

James Bond: The Authorised Biography Of 007 purports to reveal the “true” story of Ian Fleming’s spy

Originally released in 1973, this edition marks the first publication of the novel since 1986, when it was republished by Grafton in the UK and Grove Press in the US.

This reprint was delayed for over a year, after being initially announced for release in September 2006.

The metafictional novel purports to reveal the “true” story of Ian Fleming’s famous secret agent.

A paperback edition is due for release in May next year.

It was a strong face, certainly–the eyes pale grey and very cold, the mouth was hard, the dark hair–grey-streaked now–still fell in the authentic comma over the forehead.’ This is how John Pearson reacted to his first encounter with the real James Bond, an encounter probably unique in the annals of thriller writing. He went on to write the bestselling authorised biography of Ian Fleming. At the time, like most of the world, he assumed that James Bond was nothing more than a character in Fleming’s highly charged imagination. Then he began to have his doubts. Doubts which were reaching such a pitch that the British secret service were trying to warn him off the scent. Despite this, he finally became convinced that James Bond was not only real, but actually alive. Thanks to a change in policy within the secret service, he was invited to embark upon a companion volume to his life of Fleming. This resulting book must be one of the most extraordinary biographies of our times–the authorised life of a myth, the official biography of James Bond. Here, Pearson reveals amazing adventures, situations and incidents only hinted at in Ian Fleming’s books; the story of Bond’s life, the Bonds of Glencoe; the night he lost his wallet and his virginity in Paris–and found his first love; his first assignment–to save the bank at Monte Carlo; his duel with the S.S.; his women, scandals and tastes–all here revealed. This promises to show a side of Bond never seen before.

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'Casino Royale' And James Bond Scoop National Movie Awards

Casino Royale and the James Bond franchise scooped two awards at last night’s inaugural National Movie Awards at London’s Royal Festival Hall, reports BBC News.

Michael G. Wilson refused to share details on Bond 22

The latest 007 film beat off competition from Die Hard 4.0, 300 and Transformers to take home the Best Action Film gong at the ceremony.

The Bond franchise also won the special recognition award. Series producers Barbara Broccoli and Michael G. Wilson were on hand to accept the honour.

“It’s great to be voted for by the public,” Wilson said.

However, the producer refused to reveal any details about the as-yet-untitled 22nd James Bond film. “You’ll just have to come and see it,” he said.

Daniel Craig lost out to Daniel Radcliffe for the Best Male Performance award

Casino Royale‘s stars were not so lucky. Daniel Craig lost out on the Best Male Performance award to Daniel Radcliffe, for his role in Harry Potter And The Order Of The Phoenix. Dame Judi Dench and Eva Green, who were both vying for Best Female Performance, were beaten by Harry Potter’s Emma Watson.

Radcliffe was quizzed on the rumours that he will ultimately take over the role of James Bond in some capacity. Most recently, it was rumoured he would appear as Young Bond in a series of films based on Charlie Higson’s bestselling novels.

“It would be weird to suddenly be involved in another big franchise, but hey, it takes a big man to turn down Bond,” Radcliffe said, before adding, “I don’t think the world’s ready for a short-arse Bond.”

Commissioned by ITV on the success of the National Television Awards, the winners of the National Movie Awards were decided upon by the public. Voting forms were available at cinemas throughout the UK and published in national newspapers and magazines, as well as online. Nominations were first announced on 20 August.

The ceremony will be broadcast on ITV1 tonight at 9:30pm.

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'Bond 22' Release Dates Showing Up Online

While 7 November 2008 is Bond 22‘s official date so far according to Eon Productions, a few websites are now carrying some release information for Daniel Craig’s second James Bond film.

According to the IMDb, the 7 November date so far applies to the UK, US, Brazil, Denmark, Sweden and Turkey. Germany and the Netherlands are scheduled to get the film one day earlier on the sixth.

Additionally, yourmovies.com.au was updated a few days ago with a 13 November release date for the film in Australia.

Keep in mind that this release information should be considered unofficial until confirmed by Eon / Sony Pictures Entertainment. In the case of Casino Royale, several international release dates for the film were switched around a few times before the film premiered in November 2006.

CBn will keep you updated with all of the latest news on Bond 22.

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Roberto Schaefer Confirmed As 'Bond 22' Cinematographer

The Hollywood Reporter today confirms Roberto Schaefer has been hired as cinematographer on the next James Bond movie.

Schaefer has lensed every film directed by Bond 22 helmer Marc Forster, including Monster’s Ball, Stay, Finding Neverland, Stranger Than Fiction and this year’s The Kite Runner (view trailer). He also served as cinematographer on a number of Christopher Guest pictures, including Waiting For Guffman, Best In Show and For Your Consideration.

He was nominated for a BAFTA for his work on Finding Neverland in 2005.

Schaefer is currently location scouting for Bond 22.

The article goes on to state that production is scheduled to begin on or around 10 December 2007, with filming to take place in the UK, South America and Italy.

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James Bond To Be Honoured At 18th Dinard British Film Festival

According to a report from JamesBond-fr.com, the cinematic James Bond will be discussed and honoured at the upcoming 18th Dinard British Film Festival.

Taking place in Dinard, France in early October 2007, the festival will feature two events centered on 007. The first conference will be presented by Nicolas Cébile and will focus on the evolution of 007 since his introduction to cinema audiences in the early 1960s. This conference will include film extracts and is scheduled to take place at 8:30 PM on Tuesday, 2 October.

The second conference, James Bond in the 21st Century: A World Icon, will be presented by Kevin Collette and will take place on Thursday, 4 October at 4:30 PM.

The 18th Dinard British Film Festival officially runs from 4-7 October 2007 and features several film screenings throughout each day including the Dinardais’ Festival. For complete information on the festival, visit the official website.

In the past, several other stars from the James Bond films have attended previous Dinard British Film Festivals, including Sir Roger Moore, Terence Young and Guy Hamilton (who was the guest of honour at the 13th event).

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Change Of Suit For 007's Costume Designer

Just hours after CBn landed the scoop that James Bond would be sporting Dunhill-tailored clothing in the next 007 film comes word from DNR that the decision was grounded in the fact Bond 22 will have a new costume designer.

Daniel Craig in a Dunhill dinner jacket at the premiere of Casino Royale

The site carries a report on the decision to drop Brioni as Bond’s tailor of choice. A Brioni spokesperson told the site, “We’re sorry to no longer be involved, but things change. There appears to be a new costume designer, and [with that] comes a new approach to the wardrobe.”

At the same time, the IMDb is now listing Louise Frogley as the costume designer for Bond 22. Frogley is an award-nominated costume designer who has worked on numerous blockbusters, including Spy Game, Constantine, Man On Fire, U.S. Marshals and Speed 2: Cruise Control. She is also a frequent collaborator with both Steven Soderbergh and George Clooney, having worked on Traffic, Good Night, And Good Luck., Syriana, The Good German and Ocean’s Thirteen.

If accurate, she takes over from Academy Award-winning costume designer, Lindy Hemming, who has been with the James Bond franchise since 1995’s GoldenEye (the same film in which the famous spy began wearing Brioni).

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Dunhill Is New Bond Tailor

Daniel Craig in a Dunhill dinner jacket at the premiere of Casino Royale.

Great news, Bond fans! After our previous report on Bond possibly “going casual” for his 22nd adventure, CommanderBond.net has learned that Bond’s current outfitter, Italian fashion house Brioni will replaced by the British house of Dunhill, who will tailor James Bond’s suits in future.

For some Bond fans (including myself), it was a little unpalatable having the consummate Englishman wear Italian suits -however fine. So, for the first time since Pierce Brosnan’s debut GoldenEye, contracts have been renegotiated, with Dunhill’s bid being accepted.

Sources tell CBn that “It’s all very hush hush at the moment, but they should be getting in some custom pieces to promote the film and the brand.” Clothing Bond with the finest suits will reportedly cost around ₤500,000.

The British House of Alfred Dunhill was founded in 1893 and exclusively sells high-end men’s fashion and leather goods. It belongs to the Richemont group of Geneva, who also own IWC, Piaget and Cartier.

'Devil May Care' Large Print Paperback Coming In May '08

With the date of Ian Fleming’s centenary slowly approaching, details and ordering info on Devil May Care, the forthcoming James Bond novel by Sebastian Faulks, are starting to pick up.

The Young Bond Dossier reports that a large print paperback edition of the new 007 novel by Faulks is available to pre-order at amazon.com.

To be published by Random House Large Print, the 480 page long paperback will retail for $24.95 and is due to be released alongside the regular US hardback and audiobook.

Typically released in very limited quantites, and the majority going to libraries make large print James Bond novels sometimes very difficult to track down. Pre-ordering is strongly recommended. Past large print editions have appeared for Raymond Benson’s High Time To Kill, The World Is Not Enough, Doubleshot, Never Dream Of Dying, and Die Another Day, as well as many of the Ian Fleming novels and all of the John Gardner novels with the exception of 1989’s Licence To Kill. Recent large print releases include Live And Let Die, On Her Majesty’s Secret Service and Charlie Higson’s SilverFin.

According to Faulks, Devil May Care is set in 1967 when “Bond is damaged, aging and in a sense it is the return of the gunfighter for one last heroic mission.”

Devil May Care is due for release in May 2008 and will be published by Penguin in the UK and Doubleday in the US.

• Pre-order the US hardback edition of Devil May Care from Amazon.com
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James Bond Ultimate Collectors Casino Set Coming To UK

No sooner did the news break that the US was finally getting a massive James Bond DVD collection (as poorly packaged as it is) and now comes details on yet another new one for 007 fans in the UK.

To be released on 12 November 2007, the James Bond Ultimate Collectors Casino Set will include the previous 20 films from Dr. No to Die Another Day as well as the new two-disc release of 2006’s Casino Royale. In addition, the collection will feature Casino Royale playing cards from Carta Mundi as well as poker chips.

As is the case with the upcoming James Bond Ultimate Collector’s Set in the US, this collection includes all the fast-paced adventures, high-performance sports cars, futuristic gadgets, narrow escapes, explosive battles and the sexy, bold and brazen Bond girls, along with hours of extras, offering plenty of time to bond with Bond. Presented on two-disc special edition DVDs spanning 42 discs, each mission grants all-access to the chronicles of the agent’s storied career from the Bond archives, including deleted scenes, rare interviews, documentaries, featurettes, interactive film guides, music videos, audio commentaries and more.

The James Bond Ultimate Collectors Casino Set will retail for £199.99 and can currently be pre-ordered online:

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